In VMware Fusion Pro, you can add additional NAT configurations beyond the default "Share with my Mac." This is perfect for scenarios where you want the simplicity of an isolated virtual network but need to expose specific services to the outside world.
Even with the correct configuration, you might encounter some issues. Here are some common problems and their solutions:
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or Rocky Linux 9 (Clean installation preferred) Root or passwordless sudo access Network Requirements
# For Linux installations to check connection assignment ip addr show | grep wlan nmcli device status Use code with caution. Troubleshooting Common Configuration Errors fusion13combined publicnet install
Because PublicNet is a public-facing network segment optimized for IoT and consoles, certain ports may be blocked by default corporate firewalls. If your hardware requires open inbound ports, you must request a custom port mapping rule via your IT department's advanced networking panel.
Before beginning the installation, ensure your environment meets the following requirements: Hardware Requirements Fusion13 compliant gateway or server.
Acquire the certified fusion13combined_publicnet_installer.bin or .msi package from your organization's internal repository. Open your terminal or administrative command prompt. Navigate to your download directory. In VMware Fusion Pro, you can add additional
sudo ./fusion13combined-install.sh --mode=combined --network=publicnet --interface=eth1 Use code with caution.
Linux (Ubuntu 20.04 LTS or Debian 11 recommended) or Windows Server 2022.
A failed publicnet install is often due to network or permission misconfigurations. Ensure the following: Acquire the certified fusion13combined_publicnet_installer
A new "Enable PublicNet" checkbox is available in the Network Configuration screen. Bridge Discovery:
Minimum 8GB RAM, 4 vCPUs, and 100GB SSD for logging. Network Requirements